7 Ways to Control your Wedding Finances
Your wedding day is one of your life’s most notable and memorable occasions, and it can also be one of the most expensive. Planning a dream wedding can often come …
Should I tip my wedding vendors?
Should I tip my wedding vendors? This is one of the questions that we hear most often. When it comes to tipping wedding vendors, there is no hard and fast …
6 Tips for the best bouquet preservation
Our team at Grant Wedding Wishes does bouquet preservation and works with couples to transform their wedding bouquets into unique works of art that they can enjoy for a lifetime! …
WEDDING EXPO: HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OUT OF IT
WEDDING EXPO EXPERT TIP BY: Anne Warren, The Wedding Ring (theweddingring.ca) If you’re newly engaged, attending a wedding expo is an absolute must to jumpstart your wedding planning. Here are …
Prepare a Wedding Garden in your home | {Expert Tip}
Prepare a Wedding Garden in your home, Contributed by: Jennifer Dawson Food, favors, attire, and entertainment matter when planning a wedding, but the venue is the center of it all …
Top Five Honeymoon Destinations {Expert Tip}
HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS EXPERT TIP BY: Christina Stubbe, Blue Isle Travel Co. (blueisletravelco.ca) With so many romantic places all over the world, how do you choose which one is right for you? …
8 TIPS TO HOSTING AN ECO-FRIENDLY DESTINATION WEDDING
ECO-FRIENDLY DESTINATION WEDDING EXPERT TIP BY: Nicole Bedard, A-Destination Wedding (a-destinationwedding.com) Did you know the average wedding of 120 people can produce as much as 400 pounds of garbage? With an …
Wedding Trends: The Ring’s Trend Report
Wedding Trends Hot on the Horizon FEATURE BY: Anne Warren & Kristen Sullivan, The Wedding Ring (theweddingring.ca) We’ve done the research. We’ve talked to the pros. From décor and florals …
5 Wedding Reception Meals to Consider
EXPERT TIP BY: Jessie Jacobs, Stratford Country Club (♥) (stratfordcountryclub.ca) Considering what your Wedding Reception Meal Style will be, is very important. Unquestionably, one of the most significant aspects of …
HOT FOR 2023: The Intimate Wedding
THE BIGGEST TREND? GO SMALL! 4 REASONS WHY! EXPERT TIP BY: Leslie Kay, Tapestry Hall (♥) (tapestryhall.com) Smaller, more intimate nuptials were a trend we saw takeoff during 2021 and 2022, and …
Add Creative Flair With Unique Lighting
UNIQUE LIGHTING EXPERT TIP BY: Holly Sluiter, Fedora Media (fedoramedia.com) So, you’re looking through different wedding photos and wondering why backlit lighting effects look so jaw-droppingly gorgeous! You know the ones, …
Wedding Rehearsals Without Overwhelm {Expert Tip}
Why online advice about wedding rehearsals is wrong WEDDING REHEARSALS EXPERT TIP BY: Annette Marchant, Enduring Promises (♥) (enduringpromises.com) The lead-up, and day of the wedding can be hectic and crazy. Have …
10 Reasons To Have a Photo Booth at Your Wedding
EXPERT TIP BY: Cyndee Lavoie, Picture Us Mirror Photobooth (♥) (pictureus.ca) Are you planning your big day? Do you want to add something extra special and memorable to ensure your …
Ten Budget Friendly Tips For Your Wedding
EXPERT TIP BY: Risa VanMiddleKoop, The Financial Diva (thefinancialdiva.ca) Wedding planning and wedding budgets are all about priorities. Rising costs are making both a challenge. If you’re looking for a …
Music Central is the Master of Experience
EXPERT TIP BY: Rob Aitken, Music Central Entertainment (♥) (musiccentral.ca) Couples planning weddings for 2023 and 2024 are turning their attention to making sure that their weddings are experiential; shifting guests from …
How To Outfit Your Wedding Party
EXPERT TIP BY: Jeff Alpaugh, Jeff Alpaugh Custom (♥) (jeffalpaugh.com) An engagement can be an exciting but often busy time in the life of a couple. Many couples may begin their wedding …
Wedding Cake Q&A
WEDDING CAKE EXPERT TIP BY: Jenn Bonner, Decadently Yours (decadentlyyours.ca) Choosing the right cake for your wedding is more than just choosing between chocolate and vanilla, fondant and buttercream. With nine …
Finding your Engagement Ring with Luxury Diamonds Vancouver
Getting engaged is a special life event that deserves careful consideration around all parts. You’ve found your partner, now it’s time to seal the deal; how can you find a …
Wedding Checklist for an All-Inclusive Destination Wedding
WEDDING CHECKLIST EXPERT TIP BY: Mike Snider, Northstar Travel & Associates (♥) (northstartravel.ca) We know that there are endless choices and options for your destination wedding. The most popular destination …
Wedding Cake Sweet Decisions {Expert Tip}
Expert Tip about Wedding Cake by Decadently Yours (www.decadentlyyours.ca) The only thing sweeter than a wedding is the wedding cake. From number of layers to different fillings, from types of …
A Custom Suit Experience {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY: Jeff Alpaugh Custom (♥) (www.jeffalpaugh.com) Waterloo, ON Custom Suit Designer Jeff Alpaugh Custom believes that grooms, groomsmen, and groomsmaids deserve a custom suit created to suit their individual style …
3 Make-up Looks to Inspire {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY BLUSH (www.blushhmua.com) London, ON Make-up artist You’ve found the perfect partner. You’ve found the perfect wedding venue. You’ve found the perfect flowers. You’ve found the perfect wedding outfit. Now …
Experience Matters {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY MUSIC CENTRAL ENTERTAINMENT (♥) (www.musiccentral.ca) London, Ontario Experienced Wedding DJ There’s a short but important list of items to consider when hiring a DJ or MC for your wedding …
Preserve your wedding bouquet {Expert Tip}
Expert Tip by GRANT WEDDING WISHES (www.grantweddingwishes.com) Bouquet preservation in Kitchener, ON At the end of your wedding night, the last thing you want to have to think about is throwing your …
Your Ultimate Checklist {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY UNMISTAKABLY YOU (♥) (www.unmistakablyyou.com) London, ON Congratulations—you’re engaged! First, take a moment to soak up that just-said-yes bliss. This is one of the most exciting seasons of …
5 Tips For Choosing A Wedding Cake {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY DECADENTLY YOURS (www.decadentlyyours.ca) Guelph, ON You might not know much about wedding cakes (besides the obvious fact that they’re delicious), but the more informed you are, the …
9 Tips For A Flawless Look That Lasts All Day {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY BLUSH (www.blushhmua.com) London, ON “Over the last 18 years, we’ve been asked a lot of questions about wedding hair and makeup. But the one question we get …
How To Choose Your Cake Designer {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY LENJO BAKES (www.lenjobakes.com) Kitchener, ON Sometimes having too many options can be overwhelming! Competition in the cake world (wedding, birthday, anniversary, any celebration) is fierce. So how …
Ring Exchange 101 {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY SOMETHING NEW OFFICIANT (www.somethingnewofficiant.ca) London, ON “The ring exchange moment in a ceremony is so commonplace that many people believe that it’s a legal requirement. However, it’s …
How to find the perfect outfit for your wedding {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY: Collins Clothiers (♥) (www.collinsclothiers.com) London, ON While many wedding checklists leave selecting your suit or tuxedo styles and colours closer to the big day, it is important …
Memorable Weddings with Music Central {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY MUSIC CENTRAL ENTERTAINMENT (♥) (www.musiccentral.ca) London, ON “Part of my meetings with couples is asking them “If I were to ask you to pick 2 or 3 …
3 REASONS TO INCLUDE CHILD CARE IN WEDDINGS
3 Reasons to Include Child Care in Weddings is a guest post from Child Care On-Site When you’re planning your wedding you considered how to ensure that your guests had …
Making Your Destination Wedding Legal Without The Hassle {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY ENDURING PROMISES (www.enduringpromises.com) Toronto, ON The word destination says so much—sun & sand, carefree days, rest, adventure, and time away from the day-to-day. But, if you take …
Vow Writing 101 {Expert Tip}
VOW WRITING EXPERT TIP BY SOMETHING NEW OFFICIANT (www.somethingnewofficiant.ca) London, ON “The vow writing process is an area of ceremony planning my clients often feel the most intimidated by, and …
Top 5 reasons every couple should consider DIY Wedding Wine {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY SFW URBAN WINERY (www.sfwurbanwinery.com) Waterloo, ON “The best wines are the ones we drink with friends. This is especially true when it comes to your wedding or …
Things No One Tells You When You Get Engaged {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY UNMISTAKABLY YOU (♥) (www.unmistakablyyou.com) London, ON “Congratulations!! You got engaged! It’s such an exciting time in your life, and I’m sure that you’re spending an inordinate amount …
Top 5 Tips For Making Your Makeup Last All Night {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY ASHLEY MACBEATH MAKEUP (www.makeupbyashley.ca) Brantford, ON Every bride is searching for the perfect makeup look and makeup artist to help them achieve that look. Part of that …
5 Tips for a Custom Fairytale Wedding Dress {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY AMANDA GARRETT, BRIDAL DESIGNER (www.amegdesigns.com) Toronto, ON | PHOTOS: marandaelyssephotography.com Imagine a feeling of ease and beauty, knowing that from the moment you have the final fitting …
Tuxedo vs Suit {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY: Outlooks for Men (www.outlooksformen.com) BC Even before the global pandemic cancelled or reduced the size of social gatherings, the most momentous of them — weddings — were …
Don’t Miss Out on Celebrating Because of Transportation {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY BRENTWOOD LIVERY (♥) (www.brentwoodlivery.ca) Kitchener, ON The unfortunate reality is, unless your entire wedding takes place at an all-inclusive resort, you will need some form of transportation …
What to Consider when Choosing a Venue {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY: Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn (♥) (www.stoneridgeinn.com) London, ON With hundreds of prospective venues, narrowing it down to a handful of favourites to talk to one-on-one can …
Personalize Your Wedding With Winemaking {expert tip}
Expert Tip by Daisy Oliveira, Danny’s Wine and Beer Supplies (www.dannyswineandbeer.com) | Photos courtesy of HRM Photography (www.hrmphotography.com) Weddings are not just about parading embellished ball gowns and neat suits. It …
DIY Wedding Cricut Projects {expert tip}
DIY Wedding Cricut Projects is an expert tip. Wedding season is on and restrictions are lifting. It’s time to start thinking about fun and unique 2021 wedding projects for your …
What is a Pop Up Wedding and Why is it Awesome? {expert tip}
EXPERT TIP BY LOVELY WEDDINGS AND EVENTS (www.lovelyweddingsandevents.ca) Kitchener, ON | Photos: Gary Evans Photography Lovely Weddings & Events shares more on how to get hitched in style at a …
The Perfect Wedding Flow {expert tip}
EXPERT TIP BY MAXIMUM MUSIC (www.maximumdj.com) Toronto, ON | Photos: courtesy of Maximum Music Think of your wedding day as a series of events: ceremony, cocktails, dinner, speeches, and the …
How to Find the Perfect Shaped Ring {expert tip}
How to Find the Perfect Shaped Ring is a guest post by Lori Wade | Photos courtesy of Pexels.com Are you struggling to find an engagement ring for yourself or your …
The Dos and Don’ts of Wedding Reception Beverage Menu Planning {expert tip}
Expert Tip by Daisy Oliveira, Danny’s Wine and Beer Supplies (www.dannyswineandbeer.com) | Photos courtesy of HRM Photography (www.hrmphotography.com) All great wedding receptions have two things in common: a delicious food menu …
DIY Wedding Flowers {expert tip}
Expert Tip by Alida Riddell, Lily on the Thames (www.lilyonthethames.ca) | Photos courtesy of Lily on the Thames “Up until now, I’ve done the floral designing myself. And while I …
Touching Hearts: One ceremony at a time {favourite things}
Touching Hearts: One Ceremony at a Time is a guest post by Marilyn Dion, Woven Words Ceremonies (www.wovenwordsceremonies.com) | Photo above: White Photographie “What do you mean you only need …
Three Things That Inspire a Couple’s Wedding Invitation Design
Expert tip by Alex Boston, Paperlust (www.paperlust.co) | Photos courtesy of Paperlust Designing your invitations can be one of the most exciting and personal pieces of the wedding planning process …
Top 5 Wedding Cake Tips No One Tells You {expert tip}
EXPERT TIP BY DECADENTLY YOURS (www.decadentlyyours.ca) Guelph, ON | Photo above: Amy Taylor Photography You might not know much about wedding cakes (besides the obvious fact that they’re delicious), but …
Choosing a Master of Ceremonies {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY MUSIC CENTRAL ENTERTAINMENT (musiccentral.ca) | Photo above: The Bridal Lounge Choosing the MC for your wedding is a more complicated decision than it can seem on the surface. Many …
Why choose a custom gown? {expert tip}
Custom Gown Q&A with Tami, Designer and Creator of Mina Bridal Design (www.minabridaldesign.ca) Stratford, ON Q. WHAT IS CUSTOM DESIGN?A. A custom gown is designed and created for your distinct …
Micro Weddings in Paradise {Expert Tip}
Micro Weddings in Paradise is an expert tip by Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory (www.cambridgebutterfly.com) | Photo above: Honey Photography Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, a truly unique wedding venue, features both an indoor …
Exploring The World of Tent Weddings
Exploring The World of Tent Weddings is a guest post by A&B Event + Tent Rental (www.abeventrental.com) Every little girl dreams of her wedding day, filled with luscious blooming flowers, …
Tent & Outdoor Wedding Locations
Tent & Outdoor Wedding Locations are a great option for an intimate wedding. We have found a few fabulous options throughout Southwestern Ontario. For many engaged couples, an outdoor wedding …
Look Naturally Flawless on Your Wedding Day {Expert Tip}
EXPERT TIP BY SENEGENCE – LIP LADY CANADA (lipladycanada.com) | Photos courtesy of Senegence – Lip Lady Canada Your wedding day is one of the most special and memorable days …
Jewellery Ideas For Pre-Wedding Shoots
Jewellery Ideas is a guest post by Tanvi Gupta. Photos courtesy of Blingvine Pre-wedding photoshoots are extremely trendy right now. Young to-be wedded couples are enthusiastic about their wedding album …
Choosing The Right Men’s Wedding Ring
Choosing the Right Men’s Wedding Ring is a guest post by Jennifer Grappa. Photo by Denny Muller at Unsplash Around 300,000 people get married in Canada every year, and wedding …
Micro Weddings by Unmistakably You {Expert Tip}
Your search for the perfect, intimate and flexible venue is over! Whether you’re hosting a safe, socially distant wedding, a wedding shower, or engagement party, Unmistakably You – The Studio …
Wedding décor in classic neutral
Aside from that magical first glimpse of her handsome groom, catching that first breathtaking view of her wedding décor vision is what the bride anticipates. Brantford wedding decor specialist, Cindy from …
{Expert Tip} Wedding themes, styles & trends
EXPERT TIP BY LITTLE MUSHROOM CATERING (♥) (littlemushroomcatering.ca) You’ve probably heard this before regarding someone who is out there living their best life. What you probably haven’t done is applied …
{Expert Tip} Fun additions to your wedding
Looking to add a little extra fun to your wedding? Here are a few of our favourite selections from Thunderstorm Productions (thunderstormpro.com): Drinkbox – The DrinkBox from ThunderStorm Productions is …